Hafsaa
Hafsaa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Young lioness”.
| Meaning | Young lioness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حفصة |
| Pronunciation | HAF-saa |
| Arabic root | ح ف ص (ḥ-f-ṣ) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hafsaa
Hafsaa is a spelling of Hafsa with a doubled final 'a', used by some families to show the open ending of the Arabic name. The name means 'young lioness' and honours Ḥafṣa bint ʿUmar, wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and keeper of the first written compilation of the Quran. The spelling is most common in South Asia.
Is Hafsaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafsaa is a variant spelling of Hafsa, the name of one of the Mothers of the Believers.
Where is the name Hafsaa used?
Used mainly in Pakistan, India and among South Asian families abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Hafsaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hafsaa mean?
Hafsaa means 'Young lioness'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hafsaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Hafsaa is a variant spelling of Hafsa, the name of one of the Mothers of the Believers.
How do you write Hafsaa in Arabic?
Hafsaa is written حفصة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hafsaa?
Hafsaa is pronounced HAF-saa.